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Having problems with your Canon PowerShot A480 Digital Camera ?

I had some photos developed then when i reinserted memory card in camera the screen says 'card locked' and i can't take a photo - not sure what i should do. i have reinserted card several times and yes it is in the correct way!

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Move the slide switch on the side of the card to the "unlocked" position.

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